Two programs are using the principles of Universal Basic Income (UBI) to impact poverty. See why Columbus leaders are ...

ABSTRACT: The aim of this study is to draw up a profile of individuals who suffer from monetary, living conditions, asset and subjective poverty in Cameroon from 2001 to 2014. The identification of ...

Whether economics is a science, a social science, a behavioural science or an art depends on the approach taken by economists ...

A large international study finds that babies living in insecure conditions, including as refugees, display key social skills on par with children raised in more stable environments.

Nearly 3 million people were kept out of poverty after Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP) benefits saw a boost under the Biden administration, researchers at the Urban Institute found.

Poverty remains one of South Africa’s most serious challenges. Despite being a country rich in resources, many people still live in poor conditions. High unemployment, low education levels, and ...

important facts about the incidence and trends of poverty in the world; how to measure poverty and inequality, and how the choice of measure may affect understanding and policy; and theory and ...

Measuring poverty is a political act. We think of poverty as the lack of money, but it is far more complex. While Nepal’s poverty rate is rapidly declining on paper, the deeper realities remain hidden ...

Charities are urging for the two-child benefit limit to be scrapped to reduce child (Alamy/PA) Scrapping the two-child benefit limit is the most cost-effective way to reduce child poverty ...

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